Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcasthttp://gamelifebalanceus.com
We're a lifestyle podcast hosted by adult gamers trying to juggle our hobbies with the increasing demands of the "real world." Join us each week to catch up on what we've been up to lately, whether it's saving the world from space aliens or learning how to change a diaper. Check out our web site for links to connect with us on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, and more, at gamelifebalance.us. And if you like what you hear, then please leave us a review!Wed, 26 Jul 2017 19:34:44 +0000en-UShourly1https://wordpress.org/?v=4.8We're a lifestyle podcast hosted by adult gamers trying to juggle our hobbies with the increasing demands of the "real world." Join us each week to catch up on what we've been doing lately, whether it's saving the world from space aliens or learning how to change a diaper. Check out our web site for links to connect with us on YouTube, iTunes, Stitcher, and more, at gamelifebalance.us. And if you like what you hear, then please leave us a review!Cody Gough and Jonathan Martincleanunqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.)Gamers searching for a balance between work and playhttp://gamelifebalanceus.comhttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/GLB-3.pngStarring Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin103125359humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgamesComedyGames & Hobbies/Video GamesGames & Hobbies/Other GamesGames & HobbiesKids & Familyunqualifiedpodcast@gmail.comCody Gough and Jonathan Martinhumor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgamesCody Gough presents Curiosity: Game/Life Balance U.S. Special Podcasthttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/hF8U13pVs0g/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-gough-presents-curiosity-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast/#respondWed, 26 Jul 2017 19:30:16 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1596Cody gives one more quick update as the 2017 Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Hiatus continues.

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-gough-presents-curiosity-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast/feed/0Cody gives one more quick update as the 2017 Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Hiatus continues. Show Notes: You can find Cody’s new podcast, the Curiosity Podcast, on iTunes or Stitcher, or add the RSS feed to any podcast player. Please...Podcast Hiatus continues.

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/hiatus-2017-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast/feed/0Following a prolonged absence, Cody gives an update on the mostly-dormant state of Game/Life Balance U.S. Show Notes: No show notes. I ain’t got time for that!

Show Notes:

* No show notes. I ain’t got time for that!

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean7:111591humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/hiatus-2017-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-hiatus-2017.mp3The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Nintendo Switch Review (Game/Life Balance Gaiden Special Podcast)http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/NpyEmsAddqk/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/legend-of-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-nintendo-switch-review-game-life-balance-gaiden-special-podcast/#respondThu, 08 Jun 2017 11:10:39 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1583This week, Cody Gough of Game/Life Balance U.S. is joined by special guests Andrew “AC” Yoshimura of Game/Life Balance Australia and Chris Ferrell of the All Things Good and Nerdy and Official GonnaGeek.com Podcasts for a VERY SPECIAL REVIEW of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild on the Nintendo Switch. Will you like this game even if you aren’t a long-time Zelda fan? And how does the Nintendo Switch hold up? Tune in to find out!

Show Notes:

Nintendo Switch Review:

AC talks about why he bought a Nintendo Switch in Japan and not in Australia

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/legend-of-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-nintendo-switch-review-game-life-balance-gaiden-special-podcast/feed/0This week, Cody Gough of Game/Life Balance U.S. is joined by special guests Andrew “AC” Yoshimura of Game/Life Balance Australia and Chris Ferrell of the All Things Good and Nerdy and Official GonnaGeek.com Podcasts for...

Show Notes:

* Nintendo Switch Review:

* AC talks about why he bought a Nintendo Switch in Japan and not in Australia
* Chris discusses screen protectors, Pro Controllers, and Joy-Con connectivity
* Cody covers the portability factor, including what happens when you fight Ganon on a literal airplane

* Breath of the Wild Review:

* Learn how this Legend of Zelda game has a completely different structure than every other Zelda game since The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
* Everyone drops some knowledge about how the logic and physics of the open world in the game function exactly as they should, and why that makes the game so much fun
* Cody does take one specific issue with the game: the voice acting. And he has a LOT to say about it

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean1:39:281583humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/legend-of-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-nintendo-switch-review-game-life-balance-gaiden-special-podcast/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-gaiden-the-legend-of-zelda-breath-of-the-wild-nintendo-switch-review.mp3Defenders of the Triforce Real Escape Game and Trevail Kitchen: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 042http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/3SkHGGmQ47M/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/zelda-defenders-of-the-triforce-real-escape-game-trevail-kitchen-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-episode-042/#respondThu, 11 May 2017 11:13:08 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1576Cody reviews his experience playing The Legend of Zelda themed Real Escape Game “Defenders of the Triforce,” and Jon explains why his birthday meal at Trevail Kitchen was one of the most unique dining experiences he’s ever had. Plus: a SPECIAL SURPRISE ENDING!

Show Notes:

Cody has accepted a new position as the director of the FBI, and is legally changing his name to “FBI Director James Codey”

Life Stuff

Cody went to The Legend of Zelda themed Real Escape Game “Defenders of the Triforce” in Chicago, and recounts his experience

Cody discusses Gen Con’s True Dungeon and a few “escape room” type games, describing the puzzles and play style they typically feature

Jon grills Cody about props, specific puzzles, “production value,” and other details of the escape game, including SPOILERS with puzzle solutions and an explanation of why the game was thematically extremely well-done as it relates to the lore of The Legend of Zelda games

Jon went to a place called Trevail Kitchen in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, for his birthday, and it was one of the best dining experiences he’s ever had

The restaurant was a Kickstarter (!) and is like a weird hybrid food showmanship / surprise menu / crazy entrepreneurial chef incubator, and it was totally worth the crazy $150+ per person price, even though it completely confuses Cody

After attempting to explain the restaurant for several minutes, Jon finally compares it to Hideo Kojima’s relationship with the Metal Gear Solid series, which is literally the only way to make Cody understand what he’s talking about

With all this talk about food, Cody SEAMLESSLY TRANSITIONS into talking about the tasting he just attended for his wedding reception, and he and Jon swap wedding tasting and reception stories while continuing to tease a future story about weddings gone awry

For once, both Cody and Jon agree on something: not many people remember good food at weddings, but everyone remembers if food at a wedding is bad

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/zelda-defenders-of-the-triforce-real-escape-game-trevail-kitchen-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-episode-042/feed/0Cody reviews his experience playing The Legend of Zelda themed Real Escape Game “Defenders of the Triforce,” and Jon explains why his birthday meal at Trevail Kitchen was one of the most unique dining experiences...

Show Notes:

* Cody has accepted a new position as the director of the FBI, and is legally changing his name to “FBI Director James Codey”
* Life Stuff

* Cody went to The Legend of Zelda themed Real Escape Game “Defenders of the Triforce” in Chicago, and recounts his experience
* Cody discusses Gen Con’s True Dungeon and a few “escape room” type games, describing the puzzles and play style they typically feature
* Jon grills Cody about props, specific puzzles, “production value,” and other details of the escape game, including SPOILERS with puzzle solutions and an explanation of why the game was thematically extremely well-done as it relates to the lore of The Legend of Zelda games
* Cody announces the next Real Escape Game, which he is insanely excited about
* Jon went to a place called Trevail Kitchen in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, for his birthday, and it was one of the best dining experiences he’s ever had
* The restaurant was a Kickstarter (!) and is like a weird hybrid food showmanship / surprise menu / crazy entrepreneurial chef incubator, and it was totally worth the crazy $150+ per person price, even though it completely confuses Cody
* After attempting to explain the restaurant for several minutes, Jon finally compares it to Hideo Kojima’s relationship with the Metal Gear Solid series, which is literally the only way to make Cody understand what he’s talking about
* With all this talk about food, Cody SEAMLESSLY TRANSITIONS into talking about the tasting he just attended for his wedding reception, and he and Jon swap wedding tasting and reception stories while continuing to tease a future story about weddings gone awry
* For once, both Cody and Jon agree on something: not many people remember good food at weddings, but everyone remembers if food at a wedding is bad
* SURPRISE WEDDING PARTY ENDING! Jon and Cody have a legitimate moment
* Plus: “Twitter replies are the new YouTube comments”

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean1:05:241576humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/zelda-defenders-of-the-triforce-real-escape-game-trevail-kitchen-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-episode-042/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-042-zelda-defenders-of-the-triforce-escape-game-trevail-kitchen.mp3Jon’s layover fail and Cody’s weight loss win: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 041http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/dTqnZYuWXiU/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/jons-layover-fail-codys-weight-loss-win-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-episode-041/#respondThu, 20 Apr 2017 11:15:36 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1564Jon explains why he will never risk flying with a layover while in the company of a small child ever again, and Cody shares his weight loss success story and the secret to how he lost 18 pounds in 6 weeks.

Show Notes:

Jon tells a tender heartwarming story about singing an Australian lullaby to his kid, because the only American lullaby he can think of is by Kid Rock

Cody and Jon haven’t recorded a new episode in quite some time, so prepare for a lot of excessive exposition! Fortunately, Jon plans on presenting this in essay form, and Cody loves conclusions

Life Stuff

Jon went to Florida and stayed at a house with a lanai screen enclosure in the back, which was fascinating to him because he didn’t know that was a thing

On the way back from Florida, Jon’s wife literally ran into DMX at the airport, and the ensuing story was completely ridiculous… not to mention the layover issues getting to New Jersey

A bunch of New Jersey bars don’t have actual human servers… so how do you figure out how much to tip? Or… do you tip? Jon speculates on how that even works

Jon explains why he will literally never accept a layover when flying with his kid ever again

Cody talks about how he lost 18 pounds in about 6 weeks by doing a lot of DDP Yoga and going on the Whole30 diet for a month

Jon tells a dumb story about how to grow almonds, which is probably made up and quite frankly just makes Cody angry

A guy got to level 99 in Final Fantasy VII without cheating while still in the Midgar Reactor at the beginning of the game… and both Cody and Jon find that incredibly stupid and hate everything about it UNLESS HE WAS DOING KEGELS THE WHOLE TIME

EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT: you can tweet clips of a fully transcribed episode of Game/Life Balance U.S. using the brand-new podcast platform Signl.fm: https://share.signl.fm/gamelife36

Balancing Act

Cody has been playing the new Hearthstone expansion, Journey to Un’Goro, and it has not made the game any more fun than it used to be

Cody explains the new “quest” mechanic and explains that deck experimentation is literally the only good thing about the game right now

Jon hasn’t actually played the recent Steam release of Bayonetta, but he still has a lot to say about how awesome the game is; however, Jon has actually been playing Kingdom Rush

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/jons-layover-fail-codys-weight-loss-win-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-episode-041/feed/0Jon explains why he will never risk flying with a layover while in the company of a small child ever again, and Cody shares his weight loss success story and the secret to how he...

Show Notes:

* Jon tells a tender heartwarming story about singing an Australian lullaby to his kid, because the only American lullaby he can think of is by Kid Rock
* Cody and Jon haven’t recorded a new episode in quite some time, so prepare for a lot of excessive exposition! Fortunately, Jon plans on presenting this in essay form, and Cody loves conclusions
* Life Stuff

* Jon went to Florida and stayed at a house with a lanai screen enclosure in the back, which was fascinating to him because he didn’t know that was a thing
* On the way back from Florida, Jon’s wife literally ran into DMX at the airport, and the ensuing story was completely ridiculous… not to mention the layover issues getting to New Jersey
* A bunch of New Jersey bars don’t have actual human servers… so how do you figure out how much to tip? Or… do you tip? Jon speculates on how that even works
* Jon explains why he will literally never accept a layover when flying with his kid ever again
* Cody talks about how he lost 18 pounds in about 6 weeks by doing a lot of DDP Yoga and going on the Whole30 diet for a month
* Jon tells a dumb story about how to grow almonds, which is probably made up and quite frankly just makes Cody angry
* They get into a whole thing about boiling eggs… email unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com with your egg boiling methods and recipes pls thx

* Current News

* A guy got to level 99 in Final Fantasy VII without cheating while still in the Midgar Reactor at the beginning of the game… and both Cody and Jon find that incredibly stupid and hate everything about it UNLESS HE WAS DOING KEGELS THE WHOLE TIME
* EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT: you can tweet clips of a fully transcribed episode of Game/Life Balance U.S. using the brand-new podcast platform Signl.fm: https://share.signl.fm/gamelife36

* Balancing Act

* Cody has been playing the new Hearthstone expansion, Journey to Un’Goro, and it has not made the game any more fun than it used to be

* Cody explains the new “quest” mechanic and explains that deck experimentation is literally the only good thing about the game right now

* Jon hasn’t actually played the recent Steam release of Bayonetta, but he still has a lot to say about how awesome the game is; however, Jon has actually been playing Kingdom Rush

* Learn how to connect with us on the GonnaGeek Network, syndication on WGN Plus, our YouTube channel, and more!
* Podcast theme song intro/outro credit: ‘Unity‘ by TheFatRat with permission
* Game/Life Balance AUS official web site: http://www.gamelifebalanceaustralia.com
]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean1:01:541564humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/jons-layover-fail-codys-weight-loss-win-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-episode-041/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-041-jons-layover-fail-codys-weight-loss-win.mp3Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII review (Game/Life Balance U.S. FULL GAMER Podcast)http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/vqIwhMiFkRU/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii-review-steam-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast/#respondThu, 30 Mar 2017 11:00:36 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1542Jon gives a very thorough Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII review… 3 years after Cody reviewed the game on their old podcast, Unqualified Gamers. Hear how the game withstood the test of time, including Jon’s specific recommendations for the best way to enjoy playing it for the first time.

Show Notes:

Cody reviewed Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII 3 years ago on his and Jon’s old podcast, Unqualified Gamers

Jon covers the story and setting of the game, explaining why he thinks it’s actually really well done and probably the strongest thing about the game

Learn what the game does right and what it does wrong, especially when it comes to equipment and armor progression and when it comes to the “time limit” imposed throughout the whole game

Jon is a married gamer with a 3-year-old, so he has a limited amount of time to play video games. He has been a fan of the Final Fantasy series since childhood and has played every “main entry” in the series, and his co-host Cody has similar feelings towards the series. Hear Jon’s review from the point of view of a guy who is careful with how he spends his free time!

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii-review-steam-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast/feed/0Jon gives a very thorough Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII review… 3 years after Cody reviewed the game on their old podcast, Unqualified Gamers. Hear how the game withstood the test of time, including Jon’s...

Show Notes:

* Cody reviewed Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII 3 years ago on his and Jon’s old podcast, Unqualified Gamers

* Jon covers the story and setting of the game, explaining why he thinks it’s actually really well done and probably the strongest thing about the game
* Learn what the game does right and what it does wrong, especially when it comes to equipment and armor progression and when it comes to the “time limit” imposed throughout the whole game

Jon is a married gamer with a 3-year-old, so he has a limited amount of time to play video games. He has been a fan of the Final Fantasy series since childhood and has played every “main entry” in the series, and his co-host Cody has similar feelings towards the series. Hear Jon’s review from the point of view of a guy who is careful with how he spends his free time!

FINAL FANTASY® XII THE ZODIAC AGE COLLECTOR’S EDITION is for sale on the Square-Enix store, and… it costs $200, which Jon thinks is offensively overpriced

Jon takes a hard line against collector’s edition and special edition video games, insisting that they just aren’t worth the extra money to him, and Cody debates by helping him understand some of the appeal

Art books? Collectible figurines? Exclusive games/DLC? Hear how they stack up as add-ons, plus hear about the Gears of War 4: Collector’s Edition and learn why it costs $250

Balancing Act

Cody has been playing The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild on his new Nintendo Switch… but he ran into a little trouble actually getting his hands on a copy of the game, since he refused to get anything other than the coveted and ridiculously rare Master Edition of the game

Jon is replaying through Final Fantasy VII for the first time in a long time, so Cody grills him with the most important question that exists: does he plan on beating Emerald Weapon and Ruby Weapon?

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/special-edition-video-games-ripoffs-worth-it-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-episode-040/feed/0The collector’s edition of Final Fantasy XII has been announced, and the price is STEEP. Cody and Jon debate the value of special edition video games, then give an update on their recent game/life balance. Show...

Show Notes:

* Current News

* FINAL FANTASY® XII THE ZODIAC AGE COLLECTOR’S EDITION is for sale on the Square-Enix store, and… it costs $200, which Jon thinks is offensively overpriced
* Jon takes a hard line against collector’s edition and special edition video games, insisting that they just aren’t worth the extra money to him, and Cody debates by helping him understand some of the appeal
* Art books? Collectible figurines? Exclusive games/DLC? Hear how they stack up as add-ons, plus hear about the Gears of War 4: Collector’s Edition and learn why it costs $250

* Balancing Act

* Cody has been playing The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild on his new Nintendo Switch… but he ran into a little trouble actually getting his hands on a copy of the game, since he refused to get anything other than the coveted and ridiculously rare Master Edition of the game
* Jon is replaying through Final Fantasy VII for the first time in a long time, so Cody grills him with the most important question that exists: does he plan on beating Emerald Weapon and Ruby Weapon?

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean59:111536humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/special-edition-video-games-ripoffs-worth-it-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-episode-040/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-040-special-edition-video-games-ripoff-worth-it-value.mp3Cody got engaged and Jon nearly died: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 039http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/ML5i4vivJMU/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-got-engaged-jon-nearly-died-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-039/#respondFri, 03 Mar 2017 03:43:13 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1528In this EXTREMELY EVENTFUL EPISODE: Cody got engaged! Hear him retell the story of how he popped the question, then catch up with Jon and learn how he nearly died last week (like, kinda not joking).

Show Notes:

Cody and Jon argue about whose story should go first in this podcast episode, which somehow turns into a tangent about Omega Virus

Cody retells the story of how he proposed to his girlfriend and got engaged! Prominently featuring empanadas and the historic Music Box Theatre in Chicago

Hear also how and why Cody ended up ordering a ton of Insomnia Cookies after splitting a bottle of champagne with his new fiance

Jon gives some of his perspective as a somewhat recently married man to help Cody prepare for what wedding planning is about to be like, as they both speculate on when Cody might actually schedule his wedding

Meanwhile, last weekend Jon ran 7 miles (!), then got a couples massage, then got horribly sick and basically almost died

“So, your weekend? Way better than mine” is Jon’s genius conclusion

Cody and Jon trade sick day stories, including that time Cody literally couldn’t physically go to Starbucks for work

Balancing Act

Jon rates his satisfaction with video game playing over the last couple weeks at a 1 out of 10, because he basically just laid around wanting to die because he was so miserably sick (although he did beat Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII)

Cody gives himself a 7 out of 10 because he beat New Game+ in Rogue Legacy, plus he’s playing Final Fantasy XIV again and he’s really excited about reaching Heavensward content now

For some reason, Jon doesn’t realize that the Nintendo Switch is about to change his life, so Cody sets him straight

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-got-engaged-jon-nearly-died-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-039/feed/0In this EXTREMELY EVENTFUL EPISODE: Cody got engaged! Hear him retell the story of how he popped the question, then catch up with Jon and learn how he nearly died last week (like, kinda not...

Show Notes:

* Cody and Jon argue about whose story should go first in this podcast episode, which somehow turns into a tangent about Omega Virus
* Cody retells the story of how he proposed to his girlfriend and got engaged! Prominently featuring empanadas and the historic Music Box Theatre in Chicago

* Hear also how and why Cody ended up ordering a ton of Insomnia Cookies after splitting a bottle of champagne with his new fiance
* Jon gives some of his perspective as a somewhat recently married man to help Cody prepare for what wedding planning is about to be like, as they both speculate on when Cody might actually schedule his wedding

* Meanwhile, last weekend Jon ran 7 miles (!), then got a couples massage, then got horribly sick and basically almost died

* “So, your weekend? Way better than mine” is Jon’s genius conclusion
* Cody and Jon trade sick day stories, including that time Cody literally couldn’t physically go to Starbucks for work

* Balancing Act

* Jon rates his satisfaction with video game playing over the last couple weeks at a 1 out of 10, because he basically just laid around wanting to die because he was so miserably sick (although he did beat Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII)
* Cody gives himself a 7 out of 10 because he beat New Game+ in Rogue Legacy, plus he’s playing Final Fantasy XIV again and he’s really excited about reaching Heavensward content now
* For some reason, Jon doesn’t realize that the Nintendo Switch is about to change his life, so Cody sets him straight

“No sense of wonder. No plot. Poorly structured. Egregious flow and play control issues. A melodrama without the fun or sense of adventure that defines the Final Fantasy series.”

Cody is an adult who works six days a week while trying to maintain a healthy relationship with his girlfriend, so he has a limited amount of time to play video games. He has been a fan of the Final Fantasy series since childhood and has played every “main entry” in the series (except for Final Fantasy XI), and his co-host Jon has similar feelings towards the series. Hear Cody’s review from the point of view of a guy who is careful with how he spends his free time!

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/final-fantasy-xv-review-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast/feed/0Cody gives a feature-length Final Fantasy XV review. Spoiler alert: he didn’t love it. Hear Cody explain exactly why he takes issue with this game as a main entry in the series, then judge for...

Show Notes:
“No sense of wonder. No plot. Poorly structured. Egregious flow and play control issues. A melodrama without the fun or sense of adventure that defines the Final Fantasy series.”
Cody is an adult who works six days a week while trying to maintain a healthy relationship with his girlfriend, so he has a limited amount of time to play video games. He has been a fan of the Final Fantasy series since childhood and has played every “main entry” in the series (except for Final Fantasy XI), and his co-host Jon has similar feelings towards the series. Hear Cody’s review from the point of view of a guy who is careful with how he spends his free time!

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean1:06:281521humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/final-fantasy-xv-review-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-full-gamer-02-cody-gough-final-fantasy-xv-review.mp3Overwatch first impressions and board game strategy: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 038http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/NHpurfDZEp4/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/overwatch-first-impressions-board-game-strategy-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-038/#respondThu, 16 Feb 2017 12:00:02 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1516Jon finally got the chance to play Overwatch, the video game that literally everyone seems to be talking about! Hear his first impressions, plus Cody’s take on strategy board games and the best ways to play with friends.

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/overwatch-first-impressions-board-game-strategy-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-038/feed/0Jon finally got the chance to play Overwatch, the video game that literally everyone seems to be talking about! Hear his first impressions, plus Cody’s take on strategy board games and the best ways to...

Show Notes:

* Jon explains why he thinks he’s “the gross guy” at the gym every morning
* Cody and Jon went to Madison last weekend to play board games! Hear how and why the weekend ended up involving video games, especially Overwatch

* Cody also recounts his quest to get “the ultimate weapon” in Final Fantasy XV, which was roughly as disappointing as the rest of the game

* The first board game of the weekend was Churchill, which Cody attempt to explain, but Jon just can’t process
* Jon quickly changes the subject to the game Terraforming Mars, which both he and Cody thoroughly enjoyed playing, especially since it reminded Cody of Sid Meier’s Civilization (the video game series)
* After many years playing advanced board games, Cody presents his theory of three tiers of strategy gaming skill levels—and how to get to the next level
* Jon argues with Cody about the level of strategy involved in the game 7 Wonders, which is harder to be good at than Jon thinks, no matter what he says
* Cody laments losing every game he played over the weekend
* Cody also had the chance to play Superfight, a game he didn’t enjoy when he played a demo at Gen Con a few years ago but enjoyed so much in Madison, he’s actually considering buying a copy
* Balancing Act

* Cody has barely played any console games since his Final Fantasy XV binge in Madison
* Jon “finished” playing Fallout 4 and was NOT pleased with the game; look for a review from Jon in the future!
* Both Cody and Jon rank their satisfaction with how many games they’ve been playing lately with an 8 out of 10

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean56:031516humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/overwatch-first-impressions-board-game-strategy-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-038/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-038-overwatch-first-impressions-board-game-strategy.mp3Gamers on global politics, activism, and the billionaire class: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 037http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/XmY7xwvMev8/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/gamers-global-politics-activism-billionaire-class-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-037/#respondThu, 02 Feb 2017 12:00:28 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1504Following Cody’s recent international travels, he and Jon have a frank discussion about global politics, activism, and the billionaire class, including a conversation on why people should approach politics from the perspective of strategy gamers. This mostly non-partisan podcast is full of unique perspectives from a couple of Millennials trying to make sense of it all; don’t miss it!

Show Notes:

Cody has “accidentally” become a globetrotter, but Jon has some exciting news about an upcoming trip that came about because he is very good at his job!

Learn about Michelin Stars, and the fact that apparently you can get more than one at a time

The Voice was holding auditions during a trip Jon recently took. So how did he do???

Cultures in Europe vary significantly from country to country, and Cody argues that there is not that kind of diversity in the U.S.; hear why Jon disagrees

Then, hear about Cody’s experience at the World Economic Forum, literally one of the most exclusive events in the world

Cody explains the difference between discourse among billionaires and discourse among the average citizen on Facebook or Twitter, and Jon responds with an argument that both types of conversation don’t have to occur in a mutually exclusive fashion

Circling back to the U.S., Cody talks about watching the Senate confirmation hearing for Secretary of State Betsy DeVos, and laments the apparent transparency of political theatre as the “game” that it seems to be today

Jon tries to explain politics and why debates exist, although in today’s political climate, a lot of the meaning and purpose behind it seems to be obscured or even lost, depending on the situation

Bringing the conversation back around to gaming, Cody explains the 2016 presidential election from a “strategy gamer” perspective, and Jon explains how elections are like playing with a good strategy in the board game Twilight Imperium

Cody explains why business leaders at the World Economic Forum gave him hope, but watching the U.S. Senate “debate” a presidential appointment left him feeling that politics is a stupid game and a complete joke in which nothing substantive ever gets accomplished

Jon encourages Cody to “be engaged,” but Cody is jaded about that, too (and for good reason)—with problems that go “up,” not “left or right”

Balancing Act

Cody finished playing Lara Croft GO, which had even more content than he originally realized, and he also recently finished Final Fantasy XV, which he destroyed in his soon-to-be-released review, but has continued playing because some of the post-game content is actually really fun (after 80-some hours of play time)

Jon has been playing a ton of Fallout 4, which he says is huge and massive, but he still doesn’t even know if he likes it or not, and he can’t exactly put his finger on why

Cody briefly mentions the upcoming Final Fantasy XIV TV show, the first live-action television series with a plot centered around a Final Fantasy game, and reminds everyone that FFXIV is probably his favorite Final Fantasy game

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/gamers-global-politics-activism-billionaire-class-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-037/feed/0Following Cody’s recent international travels, he and Jon have a frank discussion about global politics, activism, and the billionaire class, including a conversation on why people should approach politics from the perspective of strategy gamers....

Show Notes:

* Cody has “accidentally” become a globetrotter, but Jon has some exciting news about an upcoming trip that came about because he is very good at his job!
* Learn about Michelin Stars, and the fact that apparently you can get more than one at a time
* The Voice was holding auditions during a trip Jon recently took. So how did he do???
* Cultures in Europe vary significantly from country to country, and Cody argues that there is not that kind of diversity in the U.S.; hear why Jon disagrees
* Cody discusses Salzburg and explains why it’s like Rockford, and Jon somehow doesn’t equate Mozart with Cheap Trick
* Then, hear about Cody’s experience at the World Economic Forum, literally one of the most exclusive events in the world

* Cody explains the difference between discourse among billionaires and discourse among the average citizen on Facebook or Twitter, and Jon responds with an argument that both types of conversation don’t have to occur in a mutually exclusive fashion
* Circling back to the U.S., Cody talks about watching the Senate confirmation hearing for Secretary of State Betsy DeVos, and laments the apparent transparency of political theatre as the “game” that it seems to be today
* Jon tries to explain politics and why debates exist, although in today’s political climate, a lot of the meaning and purpose behind it seems to be obscured or even lost, depending on the situation

* Bringing the conversation back around to gaming, Cody explains the 2016 presidential election from a “strategy gamer” perspective, and Jon explains how elections are like playing with a good strategy in the board game Twilight Imperium

* Cody explains why business leaders at the World Economic Forum gave him hope, but watching the U.S. Senate “debate” a presidential appointment left him feeling that politics is a stupid game and a complete joke in which nothing substantive ever gets accomplished
* Jon encourages Cody to “be engaged,” but Cody is jaded about that, too (and for good reason)—with problems that go “up,” not “left or right”

* Balancing Act

* Cody finished playing Lara Croft GO, which had even more content than he originally realized, and he also recently finished Final Fantasy XV, which he destroyed in his soon-to-be-released review, but has continued playing because some of the post-game content is actually really fun (after 80-some hours of play time)
* Jon has been playing a ton of Fallout 4, which he says is huge and massive, but he still doesn’t even know if he likes it or not, and he can’t exactly put his finger on why
* Cody briefly mentions the upcoming Final Fantasy XIV TV show, the first live-action television series with a plot centered around a Final Fantasy game, and reminds everyone that FFXIV is probably his favorite Final Fantasy game

* Learn how to connect with us on the GonnaGeek Network, syndication on WGN Plus, our YouTube channel, and more!
]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean1:01:261504humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/gamers-global-politics-activism-billionaire-class-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-037/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-037-gamers-global-politics-activism-billionaire-class.mp3Gaming in bars and casinos: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 036http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/v5ZO2gcjKPU/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/gaming-in-casinos-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-036/#respondThu, 19 Jan 2017 12:20:53 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1497Cody and Jon talk gaming in bars and casinos and how they, as gamers, approach gambling*. Hear about gambling laws in Minnesota and Illinois, plus future plans to visit Las Vegas and where they might hope to win it big!

If you think you might have a gambling addiction, then call 1-800-522-4700. The National Council on Problem Gambling operates the National Problem Gambling Helpline Network (1-800-522-4700). The network is a single national access point to local resources for those seeking help for a gambling problem.

Show Notes:

Cody calls Jon out when he claims that parks are indoors in Minnesota

Jon explains pull-tabs, a form of gambling available in bars in Minnesota, and shares some exciting news about his wife hitting it big just before the recording of this podcast episode

Jon shares the exciting news of how he bought a new suit, and he and Cody swap stories about men’s fashion and dressing up as adults

Cody is panicked about an upcoming trip to Switzerland, during which he has no idea how he will dress

Fun facts about the dark web, the black market for ascots, and asking kids what they drew in their pictures

Cody and Jon exchange stories about gambling in the states of Illinois and Minnesota, respectively, and decide to plan an impromptu trip to Las Vegas next summer

Jon also goes into the specifics of “Vegas odds” and what games have the best odds for the player (as opposed to the best odds for the house)

Cody promises to bet on 9 at a roulette table when in Vegas, but only if their ladies are dressed to the nines, and will buy everyone a cheap meal if he wins

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/gaming-in-casinos-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-036/feed/0Cody and Jon talk gaming in bars and casinos and how they, as gamers, approach gambling*. Hear about gambling laws in Minnesota and Illinois, plus future plans to visit Las Vegas and where they might...

If you think you might have a gambling addiction, then call 1-800-522-4700. The National Council on Problem Gambling operates the National Problem Gambling Helpline Network (1-800-522-4700). The network is a single national access point to local resources for those seeking help for a gambling problem.
Show Notes:

* Cody calls Jon out when he claims that parks are indoors in Minnesota
* Jon explains pull-tabs, a form of gambling available in bars in Minnesota, and shares some exciting news about his wife hitting it big just before the recording of this podcast episode
* Jon shares the exciting news of how he bought a new suit, and he and Cody swap stories about men’s fashion and dressing up as adults

* Cody is panicked about an upcoming trip to Switzerland, during which he has no idea how he will dress
* Fun facts about the dark web, the black market for ascots, and asking kids what they drew in their pictures

* Cody and Jon exchange stories about gambling in the states of Illinois and Minnesota, respectively, and decide to plan an impromptu trip to Las Vegas next summer

* Jon also goes into the specifics of “Vegas odds” and what games have the best odds for the player (as opposed to the best odds for the house)
* Cody promises to bet on 9 at a roulette table when in Vegas, but only if their ladies are dressed to the nines, and will buy everyone a cheap meal if he wins

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean43:041497humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/gaming-in-casinos-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-036/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-036-gaming-in-bars-and-casinos.mp3Annual video game review roundup, plus adulting in 2017: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 035http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/DaFZMXzPYyA/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/annual-video-game-review-roundup-plus-adulting-2017-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-035/#respondThu, 05 Jan 2017 12:00:55 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1492Cody and Jon go FULL GAMER and review their favorite video games played over the past year, in addition to discussing what they learned about balancing video games with real life. Plus: a look ahead at what’s to come in 2017!

Show Notes:

Cody and Jon present their favorite games of 2016 (note that they were not necessarily released in 2016, but are games they played in 2016), including:

Cody and Jon discuss what they learned about themselves and how to fit video games into their adult lives over the last year, including what types of games fit best into their schedules and the best time of day to play uninterrupted (and without bothering family / roommates!)

To wrap up the episode, Cody and Jon look ahead at 2017 and discuss the results of Cody’s completely unscientific Twitter poll about which game his followers are most excited to play

Hear which game has the most hype: Resident Evil 7, Horizon: Zero Dawn, Mass Effect: Andromeda, or The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/annual-video-game-review-roundup-plus-adulting-2017-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-035/feed/0Cody and Jon go FULL GAMER and review their favorite video games played over the past year, in addition to discussing what they learned about balancing video games with real life. Plus: a look ahead at what’s...

Show Notes:

* Cody and Jon present their favorite games of 2016 (note that they were not necessarily released in 2016, but are games they played in 2016), including:

* Cody and Jon discuss what they learned about themselves and how to fit video games into their adult lives over the last year, including what types of games fit best into their schedules and the best time of day to play uninterrupted (and without bothering family / roommates!)
* To wrap up the episode, Cody and Jon look ahead at 2017 and discuss the results of Cody’s completely unscientific Twitter poll about which game his followers are most excited to play

* Hear which game has the most hype: Resident Evil 7, Horizon: Zero Dawn, Mass Effect: Andromeda, or The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean1:19:371492humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/annual-video-game-review-roundup-plus-adulting-2017-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-035/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-035-annual-video-game-roundup-plus-adulting-in-2017.mp3Cody and Jon COMPLETELY DESTROY travel naysayers: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 034http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/kDwma7aS_FU/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/completely-destroying-travel-naysayers-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-034/#respondFri, 16 Dec 2016 04:48:25 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1485Cody was told by several people that he would literally die by traveling, and yet he survived. Hear him and Jon completely destroy travel naysayers, then talk about what it’s like to take kids on vacation.

Show Notes:

Jon checks in on his facial hair progress: if you had to pick one, then would you say it’s better to look good or to look young?

Cody and Jon discuss the lore of spanking in the pantheon of the Game/Life Balance U.S. podcast

Life Stuff

Cody traveled to Mexico City for work, and people did not react to learning of his trip in the way he expected

Despite certain travel destinations being a “dangerous place,” Cody thinks that people should go places anyway

Jon experienced the joy of traveling on vacation to California via airplane with his nearly 3-year-old son for the first time, and his troubles didn’t occur when he thought they would

Cody discusses some of the history of Teotihuacan and explains how he ended up at an EDM festival in Mexico City with Paul Van Dyk as a headliner

In a bizarre turn of events, Cody goes full British after explaining his encounter with three blokes and a bird

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/completely-destroying-travel-naysayers-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-034/feed/0Cody was told by several people that he would literally die by traveling, and yet he survived. Hear him and Jon completely destroy travel naysayers, then talk about what it’s like to take kids on...

Show Notes:

* Jon checks in on his facial hair progress: if you had to pick one, then would you say it’s better to look good or to look young?
* Cody and Jon discuss the lore of spanking in the pantheon of the Game/Life Balance U.S. podcast
* Life Stuff

* Cody traveled to Mexico City for work, and people did not react to learning of his trip in the way he expected
* Despite certain travel destinations being a “dangerous place,” Cody thinks that people should go places anyway
* Jon experienced the joy of traveling on vacation to California via airplane with his nearly 3-year-old son for the first time, and his troubles didn’t occur when he thought they would
* Cody discusses some of the history of Teotihuacan and explains how he ended up at an EDM festival in Mexico City with Paul Van Dyk as a headliner
* In a bizarre turn of events, Cody goes full British after explaining his encounter with three blokes and a bird

* Jon has been playing the latest World of Warcraft expansion, and is back to playing one of his favorite mobile games of all time
* Cody gives first impressions of Final Fantasy XV and discusses a few fun mobile games he picked up when traveling, some old and some new

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean57:481485humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/completely-destroying-travel-naysayers-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-034/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-034-cody-jon-completely-destroy-travel-naysayers.mp3Jon’s Doom Review (2016): Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast FULL GAMER Reviewhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/z_Zt_LmIEQc/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/jon-martin-doom-2016-review-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-full-gamer-review/#respondThu, 08 Dec 2016 12:00:37 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1479Jon goes FULL GAMER with a Doom review (2016), discussing the first-person shooter video game developed by id Software and published by Bethesda Softworks, which he played on Steam.

Show Notes:

Jon is a husband and a parent of a toddler, so he has real-life responsibilities and a limited amount of time to play video games every week. He also isn’t normally a fan of first-person shooters at all, so he was surprised at how much he enjoyed playing Doom. Hear Jon’s review from the point of view of a guy who is careful with his time commitments!

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/jon-martin-doom-2016-review-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-full-gamer-review/feed/0Jon goes FULL GAMER with a Doom review (2016), discussing the first-person shooter video game developed by id Software and published by Bethesda Softworks, which he played on Steam. Show Notes: Jon is a husband...

Show Notes:
Jon is a husband and a parent of a toddler, so he has real-life responsibilities and a limited amount of time to play video games every week. He also isn’t normally a fan of first-person shooters at all, so he was surprised at how much he enjoyed playing Doom. Hear Jon’s review from the point of view of a guy who is careful with his time commitments!

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean33:491479humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/jon-martin-doom-2016-review-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-full-gamer-review/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-full-gamer-01-jon-martin-doom-review-2016.mp3Holiday work culture and misleading time commitments: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 033http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/yPJHRwP9w6Q/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/holiday-work-culture-misleading-time-commitments-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-033/#respondThu, 24 Nov 2016 13:00:05 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1472Jon and Cody discuss work culture during the holiday season, then talk misleading time commitments—especially as it relates to finding time to play video games.

Show Notes:

Jon explains why he’s been absent from the podcast for a few weeks and how it relates to the nature of this podcast (hint: it’s related to parenting)

Life Stuff

Jon talks about being a pharmacist during the holidays, and Cody explains what corporate life is like in December

A quick tangent about the upcoming Hearthstone expansion, Mean Streets of Gagdetzan, spirals out of control and turns into something about Gambit from the X-Men and Harambe

Cody and Jon discuss how many hours per week they work and how often they like to work; then, Jon calls Cody a communist

Balancing Act

Jon explains why he can’t enjoy Gears of War 4, even though he bought it for a very specific reason: Horde Mode

Jon harshly criticizes Horde Mode and explains why they desperately need to introduce a penalty system for players dropping out

The hosts of Game/Life Balance Australia criticized Cody and Jon for their Game/Life Balance rating system on their most recent episode, so the hosts of Game/Life Balance U.S. take the opportunity to explain and define their rating system

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/holiday-work-culture-misleading-time-commitments-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-033/feed/0Jon and Cody discuss work culture during the holiday season, then talk misleading time commitments—especially as it relates to finding time to play video games. Show Notes: Jon explains why he’s been absent from the podcast for...

Show Notes:

* Jon explains why he’s been absent from the podcast for a few weeks and how it relates to the nature of this podcast (hint: it’s related to parenting)
* Life Stuff

* Jon talks about being a pharmacist during the holidays, and Cody explains what corporate life is like in December
* A quick tangent about the upcoming Hearthstone expansion, Mean Streets of Gagdetzan, spirals out of control and turns into something about Gambit from the X-Men and Harambe
* Cody and Jon discuss how many hours per week they work and how often they like to work; then, Jon calls Cody a communist

* Balancing Act

* Jon explains why he can’t enjoy Gears of War 4, even though he bought it for a very specific reason: Horde Mode
* Jon harshly criticizes Horde Mode and explains why they desperately need to introduce a penalty system for players dropping out
* Cody plugs Suburban Scavengers, the newest game from Doombrowski, which he strongly encourages you to support on Steam Greenlight!
* Cody chastises Jon for not pre-ordering Final Fantasy XV
* The hosts of Game/Life Balance Australia criticized Cody and Jon for their Game/Life Balance rating system on their most recent episode, so the hosts of Game/Life Balance U.S. take the opportunity to explain and define their rating system
* Cody promises upcoming reviews for Doom (2016), Gears of War 4, Sid Meier’s Civilization VI, Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward, and more!
* Both Cody and Jon happen to have seen Doctor Strange last week, and Jon magically guesses that The Music Box Theatre is showing Akira in Chicago next weekend

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean1:04:591472humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/holiday-work-culture-misleading-time-commitments-game-life-balance-u-s-episode-033/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-033-holiday-work-culture-misleading-time-commitments.mp3What the Cubs win was like in Chicago, plus over-age drinking: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 032http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/TnV9jALqT24/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-gough-chris-ferrell-cubs-win-world-series-chicago-over-age-drinking-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-032/#respondFri, 11 Nov 2016 04:52:31 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1467Cody describes what it was like to walk from his apartment to Wrigley Field immediately following the Chicago Cubs win in Game 7 of the 2016 World Series for the first time in 108 years. Then, guest host Chris Ferrell discusses over-age drinking and how he can’t quite party like he could in college.

Show Notes:

Marijuana is now legal in various forms across America, and Cody is trying to cash in

Cody introduces Chris Ferrell from the GonnaGeek Network and chastises his regular co-host Jon for blowing him off on the podcast

Several unnecessary WWE references set the stage for an amazing podcast

Life Stuff

Cody watched the Chicago Cubs win the World Series for the first time in 108 years at a bar just a mile away from Wrigley Field, and he recounts the epic tale of his pilgrimage to Wrigleyville following the big win

Chris talks about his relationship with baseball and how celebrations happen with Cody

Then, Chris talks about how he partied a little too hard, and how over-age drinking in adult life complicates the ability to party like he could in college

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-gough-chris-ferrell-cubs-win-world-series-chicago-over-age-drinking-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-032/feed/0Cody describes what it was like to walk from his apartment to Wrigley Field immediately following the Chicago Cubs win in Game 7 of the 2016 World Series for the first time in 108 years....

Show Notes:

* Marijuana is now legal in various forms across America, and Cody is trying to cash in
* Cody introduces Chris Ferrell from the GonnaGeek Network and chastises his regular co-host Jon for blowing him off on the podcast
* Several unnecessary WWE references set the stage for an amazing podcast
* Life Stuff

* Cody watched the Chicago Cubs win the World Series for the first time in 108 years at a bar just a mile away from Wrigley Field, and he recounts the epic tale of his pilgrimage to Wrigleyville following the big win
* Chris talks about his relationship with baseball and how celebrations happen with Cody
* Then, Chris talks about how he partied a little too hard, and how over-age drinking in adult life complicates the ability to party like he could in college
* Plus: the value in having friends who aren’t your age

* Balancing Act

* Chris and Cody discuss WWE SuperCard, a ridiculous time-wasting mobile game
* Cody describes the outrageous Oz: Broken Kingdom, a mobile game that probably shouldn’t exist
* Cody also gives a quick update on Final Fantasy XIV, including his experience playing the final dungeon of the game

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean1:02:521467humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-gough-chris-ferrell-cubs-win-world-series-chicago-over-age-drinking-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-032/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-032-cubs-win-in-chicago-over-age-drinking-chris-ferrell.mp3Highlander, Halloween, and Nintendo Switch: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 031http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/l9oll9GnxgQ/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-gough-jonathan-martin-highlander-halloween-nintendo-switch-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-031/#respondThu, 27 Oct 2016 10:50:07 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1460Cody talks about how he found himself watching Highlander in a movie theater in Wrigleyville as the Chicago Cubs won their first pennant since 1945. Plus: Jon has his annual Halloween love fest and recommends movies and games for the season, then discusses the Nintendo Switch with Cody.

Show Notes:

The Chicago Cubs are in the World Series for the first time in over 70 years! Cody explains why he found himself in Wrigleyville the night they won the pennant at Wrigley Field

Cody gives a mini-review of Highlander, which he saw at an old-timey movie theatre with Nick Offerman… and yes, that’s a thing that actually happened for some reason

Life Stuff

Jon tells a story about the TV show American Horror Story, then talks Black Mirror with Cody

Continuing with his Halloween horror theme, Jon tells a ridiculous story about a video game called The Evil Within

In terms of movies still in theaters, Jon recommends Ouija: Origin of Evil, which is a great endorsement from a horror movie buff

Cody tells a story about Penumbra, a horror movie set in Argentina that his girlfriend won’t watch with him, then explains why the movie Tremors is his backup plan

Quick plug for Until Dawn, a video game that Jon would like to play every year in October

Current News

Cody and Jon nerd out about the Nintendo Switch! And by “nerd out” we mean “Jon explains what we actually know about it, and Cody just kind of says how awesome it is several times”

Balancing Act

Because of the podcast’s new format, Cody plans on reviewing Sid Meier’s Civilization VI and Jon plans on reviewing the 2016 edition of Doom on special episodes of the podcast… but they do talk about them a bit here as well

Also, you can watch Cody play Hearthstone on a Facebook Live Video in which he explains why Wild is a million times more fun than Standard in the game

Cody also gives a quick update on Final Fantasy XIV, including commentary on a crazy amount of cut scenes near the end of the game

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-gough-jonathan-martin-highlander-halloween-nintendo-switch-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-031/feed/0Cody talks about how he found himself watching Highlander in a movie theater in Wrigleyville as the Chicago Cubs won their first pennant since 1945. Plus: Jon has his annual Halloween love fest and recommends movies and games for the...

Show Notes:

* The Chicago Cubs are in the World Series for the first time in over 70 years! Cody explains why he found himself in Wrigleyville the night they won the pennant at Wrigley Field
* Cody gives a mini-review of Highlander, which he saw at an old-timey movie theatre with Nick Offerman… and yes, that’s a thing that actually happened for some reason
* Life Stuff

* Jon tells a story about the TV show American Horror Story, then talks Black Mirror with Cody
* Continuing with his Halloween horror theme, Jon tells a ridiculous story about a video game called The Evil Within
* In terms of movies still in theaters, Jon recommends Ouija: Origin of Evil, which is a great endorsement from a horror movie buff
* Cody tells a story about Penumbra, a horror movie set in Argentina that his girlfriend won’t watch with him, then explains why the movie Tremors is his backup plan
* Quick plug for Until Dawn, a video game that Jon would like to play every year in October

* Current News

* Cody and Jon nerd out about the Nintendo Switch! And by “nerd out” we mean “Jon explains what we actually know about it, and Cody just kind of says how awesome it is several times”

* Balancing Act

* Because of the podcast’s new format, Cody plans on reviewing Sid Meier’s Civilization VI and Jon plans on reviewing the 2016 edition of Doom on special episodes of the podcast… but they do talk about them a bit here as well
* Also, you can watch Cody play Hearthstone on a Facebook Live Video in which he explains why Wild is a million times more fun than Standard in the game
* Cody also gives a quick update on Final Fantasy XIV, including commentary on a crazy amount of cut scenes near the end of the game

Cody has a stroke or something and starts screaming about perspiration and precipitation and religion

Jon disagrees with Cody’s assessment of how to tell when it’s time to start recording their podcast every week, especially regarding putting his son to bed

Balancing Act

Cody has been struggling to play Final Fantasy XIV because he burned his girlfriend out on it when he basically played nothing else for 2-3 months; how do you deal with that sort of situation? Jon provides insights from his MMORPG experience

Very briefly, Cody lauds the changes in Blizzard’s latest Hearthstone patch 6.1.3, which had made the game infinitely more playable… but then has to complain about the mobile volume issue that is preventing him from listening to podcasts, which is extremely annoying

Jon is still waking up at 4:30 or 5:00 in the morning to play video games, and he explains why the new Doom may be the best first-person shooter he has ever played

He also realizes that he’s been playing Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes for a full year now, and talks about how that and Mobius Final Fantasy have been his main mobile gaming “things” lately

Life Stuff

Cody explains the commercial audition and casting process and how he got his second callback in a very long time

Also this week: Cody had lunch with podcast super-fan and Doom Ninja podcast host Ryan Dombrowski

Jon and Cody discuss the “gamer stereotype” and how society has adjusted peoples’ expectations for what gamers are like in real life

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-gough-jonathan-martin-commercial-auditions-gamer-stereotypes-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-030/feed/0Cody and Jon discuss their recent game/life balance, then Cody explains how commercial auditions and casting agencies work. He then engages Jon in a discussion on gamer stereotypes and how deeply they’ve permeated our culture....

Show Notes:

* Jon riffs on NPR pledge drives, and Cody makes fun of his stupid face
* Cody has a stroke or something and starts screaming about perspiration and precipitation and religion
* Jon disagrees with Cody’s assessment of how to tell when it’s time to start recording their podcast every week, especially regarding putting his son to bed
* Balancing Act

* Cody has been struggling to play Final Fantasy XIV because he burned his girlfriend out on it when he basically played nothing else for 2-3 months; how do you deal with that sort of situation? Jon provides insights from his MMORPG experience
* Very briefly, Cody lauds the changes in Blizzard’s latest Hearthstone patch 6.1.3, which had made the game infinitely more playable… but then has to complain about the mobile volume issue that is preventing him from listening to podcasts, which is extremely annoying
* Jon is still waking up at 4:30 or 5:00 in the morning to play video games, and he explains why the new Doom may be the best first-person shooter he has ever played
* He also realizes that he’s been playing Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes for a full year now, and talks about how that and Mobius Final Fantasy have been his main mobile gaming “things” lately

* Life Stuff

* Cody explains the commercial audition and casting process and how he got his second callback in a very long time
* Also this week: Cody had lunch with podcast super-fan and Doom Ninja podcast host Ryan Dombrowski
* Jon and Cody discuss the “gamer stereotype” and how society has adjusted peoples’ expectations for what gamers are like in real life
* Black Mirror is coming back with new episodes! Get excited!

Jon used to actually be really good at singing, but apparently is not driven by the same need for a creative outlet as Cody, who is floundering like an idiot not having any clue what to do with his life

Jon tells an incredibly long but somewhat informative and entertaining story about trying to potty train his son, who is basically trolling him for kicks

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-gough-jonathan-martin-facial-hair-creative-ruts-potty-training-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-029/feed/0Jon and Cody debate styles and merits of facial hair, Cody gets stuck in a creative rut, and Jon has a potty training nightmare. All in one explosive episode! Show Notes: Jon explains why he’s...

Show Notes:

* Jon explains why he’s trying to grow a beard, and Cody explains why some people just are not allowed to grow facial hair for any reason ever
* Cody describes his creative rut and discusses creative outlets with Jon

* Jon used to actually be really good at singing, but apparently is not driven by the same need for a creative outlet as Cody, who is floundering like an idiot not having any clue what to do with his life

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean49:191447humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-gough-jonathan-martin-facial-hair-creative-ruts-potty-training-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-029/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-029-facial-hair-creative-ruts-potty-training.mp3Cody and Jon improvise comedy for an hour: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 028http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/DoxShDYSp64/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-gough-jonathan-martin-improvise-comedy-hour-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-028/#respondThu, 15 Sep 2016 11:30:42 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1438Look, let’s just call this episode like it is: Cody and Jon don’t really have anything significant to talk about, so they just improvise comedy for a while. Listen to this episode, but expect hilarity in lieu of actual content!

Show Notes:

Jon brings up Harambe McHarambeface, and Cody crushes his dreams by pointing out that the story is fake and stupid

What do you drink after you get home from the gym? Cody and Jon discuss why the answer probably should not be “cookie dough”

Cody rages because sports seasons are happening, and explains that sports seasons are dumb

Welcome to Dumb

In an unexpected twist of fate, Cody introduced himself to one of his neighbors, which Jon then both admits is a big deal and then berates Cody because he says it isn’t a big deal, mostly because Jon’s a jerk and can’t make up his mind

“Sorry, what were you saying? I was busy drinking water because my life is so interesting.”

Life Stuff

Jon visited Chicago and didn’t even tell Cody he was in town, because he has no heart and they aren’t real friends

Jon goes into painstaking detail about how board games are printed, then reviews both the first and second edition of A Study in Emerald, a board game based on the award-winning short story of the same name by Neil Gaiman

Jon also explains the concept behind a board game called Codenames, which Cody actually owns and now really wants to play

Cody then tells a ridiculous story about how he both literally and figuratively found gold while digging through a neighbor’s discarded goods over Labor Day weekend

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/cody-gough-jonathan-martin-improvise-comedy-hour-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-028/feed/0Look, let’s just call this episode like it is: Cody and Jon don’t really have anything significant to talk about, so they just improvise comedy for a while. Listen to this episode, but expect hilarity in...

Show Notes:

* Jon brings up Harambe McHarambeface, and Cody crushes his dreams by pointing out that the story is fake and stupid
* What do you drink after you get home from the gym? Cody and Jon discuss why the answer probably should not be “cookie dough”
* Cody rages because sports seasons are happening, and explains that sports seasons are dumb

* Welcome to Dumb

* In an unexpected twist of fate, Cody introduced himself to one of his neighbors, which Jon then both admits is a big deal and then berates Cody because he says it isn’t a big deal, mostly because Jon’s a jerk and can’t make up his mind
* “Sorry, what were you saying? I was busy drinking water because my life is so interesting.”
* Life Stuff

* Jon visited Chicago and didn’t even tell Cody he was in town, because he has no heart and they aren’t real friends
* Jon goes into painstaking detail about how board games are printed, then reviews both the first and second edition of A Study in Emerald, a board game based on the award-winning short story of the same name by Neil Gaiman
* Jon also explains the concept behind a board game called Codenames, which Cody actually owns and now really wants to play
* Cody then tells a ridiculous story about how he both literally and figuratively found gold while digging through a neighbor’s discarded goods over Labor Day weekend

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/kentucky-route-zero-review-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-027/feed/0Jon gives a glowing Kentucky Route Zero review and tries to help Cody understand how it’s like Twin Peaks. Show Notes: Jon tells a story about how he used to own hermit crabs, which Cody refuses...

Show Notes:

* Jon tells a story about how he used to own hermit crabs, which Cody refuses to believe
* Debate on how to pronounce the word “route” in “Kentucky Route Zero”
* Cody trashes L.A. Fitness, which is a garbage gym with garbage policies and nobody should ever go there, and then tells and epic (short) gym story about exercise and sleep habits
* Then, Cody covers a LIVE BREAKING STORY involving live podcasting, which is hilarious and involves bad timing and his girlfriend
* Full Gamer

* Jon is generous in his Kentucky Route Zero review because it felt like Twin Peaks to him, and Twin Peaks is good
* “It’s different from any other experience with a game—in terms of storytelling—than anything I’ve ever seen”
* It’s interactive and you should play it with your girlfriend! TUNE IN TO LEARN WHY

Jon explains what happened last week when his power went out, which abruptly ended last week’s episode

Cody and Jon discuss Jon’s guest appearance on Game/Life Gaiden, an offshoot of the Game/Life Balance brand that he co-hosted with AC of Game/Life Balance Australia

Full Gamer

It’s more like “Half Gamer,” as Cody discusses joining a Free Company in Final Fantasy XIV (which he only started playing a few months ago), but does so in a reasonably accessible way

Jon tells an amusing story about being left behind in a raid while he was watching a cut scene in Final Fantasy XIV

Cody explains why he loves the social aspect of the Free Company (FFXIV’s version of a “guild” as they’re known in other MMORPGs) and tells a similarly humorous story involving Power Rangers poses

Jon and Cody discuss the difficulty of playing online games while around significant others, and how they deal with it

Life Stuff

Despite his regrettable decision to stay at the MGM Grand, Jon claims that this was his favorite trip to Las Vegas out of all the times he’s been over the last several years

Jon discusses “fine dining” in Las Vegas and how going to nice restaurants and visiting nice swimming pools can completely change your view of the city

Someone tried to sell drugs to Jon. HEAR WHAT HAPPENED

Cody and Jon get in a fight over shrimp cocktails in “Old Las Vegas”

More Life Stuff

Cody spent a month in Spain, and if you’re curious about Spain at all, then you should check out his friend’s blog, Sunshine and Siestas, to learn all about the culture and how to travel there

Jon asks Cody about the work culture in Madrid, which is super bizarre because people have dinner really late (around 10 p.m. a lot of the time) yet still show up at work around 9 a.m. the next day in some cases

Not satisfied with just hanging out in Madrid for two weeks, Cody also discusses his favorite parts of visiting Toledo and Sevilla when in Spain (though he didn’t make it to any other countries once he arrived there)

Cody says to check out his Brian Noonan Show podcast for a more comprehensive list of travel tips from his point of view, then spends THIS podcast discussing cool things about Madrid, including their public transit system and Buen Retiro Park

Cody and Jon get in a fight over Final Fantasy XII

Cody shares his UTTERLY TERRIFYING experience at a bus station in Spain after missing a high-speed train and having to take an overnight bus instead

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/travel-tips-stories-las-vegas-spain-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-026/feed/0Jon returns from Las Vegas (one of his favorite travel destinations) and Cody returns from two weeks in Spain with some travel tips for listeners. Show Notes: Jon explains what happened last week when his...

Show Notes:

* Jon explains what happened last week when his power went out, which abruptly ended last week’s episode
* Cody and Jon discuss Jon’s guest appearance on Game/Life Gaiden, an offshoot of the Game/Life Balance brand that he co-hosted with AC of Game/Life Balance Australia
* Full Gamer

* It’s more like “Half Gamer,” as Cody discusses joining a Free Company in Final Fantasy XIV (which he only started playing a few months ago), but does so in a reasonably accessible way
* Jon tells an amusing story about being left behind in a raid while he was watching a cut scene in Final Fantasy XIV
* Cody explains why he loves the social aspect of the Free Company (FFXIV’s version of a “guild” as they’re known in other MMORPGs) and tells a similarly humorous story involving Power Rangers poses
* Jon and Cody discuss the difficulty of playing online games while around significant others, and how they deal with it

* Life Stuff

* Despite his regrettable decision to stay at the MGM Grand, Jon claims that this was his favorite trip to Las Vegas out of all the times he’s been over the last several years
* Jon discusses “fine dining” in Las Vegas and how going to nice restaurants and visiting nice swimming pools can completely change your view of the city
* Someone tried to sell drugs to Jon. HEAR WHAT HAPPENED
* Cody and Jon get in a fight over shrimp cocktails in “Old Las Vegas”

* More Life Stuff

* Cody spent a month in Spain, and if you’re curious about Spain at all, then you should check out his friend’s blog, Sunshine and Siestas, to learn all about the culture and how to travel there
* Jon asks Cody about the work culture in Madrid, which is super bizarre because people have dinner really late (around 10 p.m. a lot of the time) yet still show up at work around 9 a.m. the next day in some cases
* Not satisfied with just hanging out in Madrid for two weeks, Cody also discusses his favorite parts of visiting Toledo and Sevilla when in Spain (though he didn’t make it to any other countries once he arrived there)
* Cody says to check out his Brian Noonan Show podcast for a more comprehensive list of travel tips from his point of view, then spends THIS podcast discussing cool things about Madrid, including their public transit system and Buen Retiro Park
* Cody and Jon get in a fight over Final Fantasy XII
* Cody shares his UTTERLY TERRIFYING experience at a bus station in Spain after missing a high-speed train and having to take an overnight bus instead

Jon and Cody discuss sharing a hotel room with 12 adult dudes, and how whiskey pouring can complicate sleep sometimes

Cody gives a high-level overview of the writing seminars offered at Gen Con 2016, some of the interesting takeaways from the authors on the panels he attended, and a little background about his writing interests and his first foray into writing a fantasy novel

Jon describes the huge difference between staying at a hotel directly connected to the Indiana Convention Center and staying at a hotel further away during Gen Con

Some of their favorite board games played at Gen Con 2016 were Eldritch Horror, Legends of Andor, and Seasons

Just as Cody and Jon start to pivot to another subject after their Gen Con 2016 talk, A GAME/LIFE BALANCE U.S. FIRST OCCURS! You won’t want to miss this UNIQUE YET CLICK-BAITY EVENT that, like an RKO, came outta nowhere!

Cody plugs BitBash, the indie video game festival that he’s going to attend yet again this year, which you can follow on his Instagram feed at Instagram.com/CodyGough

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/fantasy-writing-board-games-gen-con-2016-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-025/feed/0Cody and Jon discuss the fantasy writing workshops, board games, and other geek culture they experienced at the world’s largest gaming convention: Gen Con 2016! Show Notes: Jon and Cody discuss sharing a hotel room with...

Show Notes:

* Jon and Cody discuss sharing a hotel room with 12 adult dudes, and how whiskey pouring can complicate sleep sometimes
* Cody gives a high-level overview of the writing seminars offered at Gen Con 2016, some of the interesting takeaways from the authors on the panels he attended, and a little background about his writing interests and his first foray into writing a fantasy novel
* Jon describes the huge difference between staying at a hotel directly connected to the Indiana Convention Center and staying at a hotel further away during Gen Con
* Some of their favorite board games played at Gen Con 2016 were Eldritch Horror, Legends of Andor, and Seasons
* Just as Cody and Jon start to pivot to another subject after their Gen Con 2016 talk, A GAME/LIFE BALANCE U.S. FIRST OCCURS! You won’t want to miss this UNIQUE YET CLICK-BAITY EVENT that, like an RKO, came outta nowhere!
* Cody plugs BitBash, the indie video game festival that he’s going to attend yet again this year, which you can follow on his Instagram feed at Instagram.com/CodyGough
* Learn how to connect with us on the GonnaGeek Network, syndication on WGN Plus, our YouTube channel, and more!
* Podcast theme song intro/outro credit: ‘Subterranean Kamikaze‘ by Sixto Sounds,zircon, via OverClocked ReMix (http://ocremix.org)
* Game/Life Balance AUS official web site: http://www.gamelifebalanceaustralia.com

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean42:451402humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/fantasy-writing-board-games-gen-con-2016-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-025/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-025-fantasy-writing-board-games-gen-con-2016.mp3Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn review and MMORPG history: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 024http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/SIcXuuCI1MI/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/final-fantasy-xiv-a-realm-reborn-review-mmorpg-history-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-024/#respondThu, 21 Jul 2016 12:04:17 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1383Cody bit the bullet and started playing Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, his first massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG). He and Jon welcome special guest and FFXIV fanatic Brad to talk about the game, MMOs, and more.

Show Notes:

Jon tries to trick Brad, this episode’s special guest, into thinking they’re actually going to talk about pro wrestling for an hour

Cody and Jon welcome special guest Brad to the program, since he’s been playing Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn since its inception and thus knows a ridiculous amount about the game and its extremely unique history

Full Gamer

Jon explains a bit about the massively multiplayer online RPG (MMORPG) genre and typical play styles of its players

Brad explains the history of Final Fantasy XIV and why its initial release was unsuccessful, including graphical limitations and experience point caps

Learn why Square Enix decided to try to re-launch the game and how they listened to fan feedback rather than simply shut it down

Hear about the final days of the “original” release of Final Fantasy XIV, and how a cataclysmic event was coordinated with their server shutdown timeline to create an awesome in-game epic battle that served as an “ending” to the game before it was re-launched

Jon discusses his MMORPG history, including Everquest and World of Warcraft, and how it impacts his view of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, especially considering the social aspect of the games

Brad and Jon agree that Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn is a World of Warcraft “clone” in a way, based on its carrot-on-a-stick adventure/reward system

The biggest differentiation between FFXIV and other MMORPGs from a gameplay perspective is that you can “do everything” and master multiple classes, which is not possible in many other MMOs

Why did neither Cody nor Brad enjoy World of Warcraft when they played a free trial, but they were hooked when they played a similar (to a newcomer) Final Fantasy MMO?

The story in World of Warcraft “is there if you want to engage with it as the player,” but it’s not integral, according to Jon, as opposed to the highly integrated and elaborate story in Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn

Brad and Cody discuss some of the amazing puns in the game and the clear care taken to make story elements entertaining and memorable, including Metal Gear Solid references of all things

Everyone gushes about how awesome the soundtrack is, and why you should probably listen to it on YouTube

To add some balance to the conversation, Jon mentions a few features in the game that he didn’t know about until very late in the game, such as unclear quest indicators and other minor “unexplained” systems that make it more difficult to play certain classes due to the fact that it’s a more complicated game than WoW and other MMOs

Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn is coming to Xbox One! Cody explains why it took so long, and when it will become available

Brad tells a hilarious story about a raid partner named Arnold Schwarzenegger whom most of the players on his server blocked at some point

Jon briefly discusses Free Companies (FFXIV) versus Guilds (WoW) and Level Sync in FFXIV, and Brad talks about how Level Sync works in later raids and dungeons

Brad talks about the most hardcore raid parties and how they literally schedule their lives around playing FFXIV raids

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/final-fantasy-xiv-a-realm-reborn-review-mmorpg-history-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-024/feed/0Cody bit the bullet and started playing Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, his first massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG). He and Jon welcome special guest and FFXIV fanatic Brad to talk about the...

Show Notes:

* Jon tries to trick Brad, this episode’s special guest, into thinking they’re actually going to talk about pro wrestling for an hour
* Cody and Jon welcome special guest Brad to the program, since he’s been playing Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn since its inception and thus knows a ridiculous amount about the game and its extremely unique history
* Full Gamer

* Jon explains a bit about the massively multiplayer online RPG (MMORPG) genre and typical play styles of its players
* Brad explains the history of Final Fantasy XIV and why its initial release was unsuccessful, including graphical limitations and experience point caps
* Learn why Square Enix decided to try to re-launch the game and how they listened to fan feedback rather than simply shut it down
* Hear about the final days of the “original” release of Final Fantasy XIV, and how a cataclysmic event was coordinated with their server shutdown timeline to create an awesome in-game epic battle that served as an “ending” to the game before it was re-launched
* Jon discusses his MMORPG history, including Everquest and World of Warcraft, and how it impacts his view of Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, especially considering the social aspect of the games
* Brad and Jon agree that Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn is a World of Warcraft “clone” in a way, based on its carrot-on-a-stick adventure/reward system
* The biggest differentiation between FFXIV and other MMORPGs from a gameplay perspective is that you can “do everything” and master multiple classes, which is not possible in many other MMOs
* Why did neither Cody nor Brad enjoy World of Warcraft when they played a free trial, but they were hooked when they played a similar (to a newcomer) Final Fantasy MMO?
* The story in World of Warcraft “is there if you want to engage with it as the player,” but it’s not integral, according to Jon, as opposed to the highly integrated and elaborate story in Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn
* Brad and Cody discuss some of the amazing puns in the game and the clear care taken to make story elements entertaining and memorable, including Metal Gear Solid references of all things
* Everyone gushes about how awesome the soundtrack is, and why you should probably listen to it on YouTube
* To add some balance to the conversation, Jon mentions a few features in the game that he didn’t know about until very late in the game, such as unclear quest indicators and other minor “unexplained” systems that make it more difficult to play certain classes due to the fact that it’s a more complicated game than WoW and other MMOs
* Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn is coming to Xbox One! Cody explains why it took so long, and when it will become available
* Brad tells a hilarious story about a raid partner named Arnold Schwarzenegger whom most of the players on his server blocked at some point
* Jon briefly discusses Free Companies (FFXIV) versus Guilds (WoW) and Level Sync in FFXIV, and Brad talks about how Level Sync works in later raids and dungeons
* Brad talks about the most hardcore raid parties and how they literally schedule their lives around playing FFXIV raids

* Learn how to connect with us on the GonnaGeek Network, syndication on WGN Plus, our YouTube channel,]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean1:12:041383humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/final-fantasy-xiv-a-realm-reborn-review-mmorpg-history-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-024/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-024-final-fantasy-xiv-a-realm-reborn-mmorpg-talk.mp3Live from Podcast Movement 2016 with Signl.fm: Game/Life Balance U.S. Special Episodehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/36HEb59Pkqk/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/live-podcast-movement-2016-signl-fm-gamelife-balance-u-s-special-episode/#respondMon, 11 Jul 2016 17:00:30 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1393In this special bite-sized podcast, Cody sits down with Kim Hansen of Signl.fm to discuss her podcasting platform and share some fun stories from her background in the video game industry.

Show Notes:

Cody thanks Buzzsprout for letting him use their equipment at Podcast Movement 2016

Cody introduces Kim Hansen, CEO of Signl.fm, and she talks a bit about Signl.fm and its features (“Twitch for podcasting”)

Learn about how Signl.fm can help with podcast monetization, live streaming and listener engagement, transcription with IBM Watson, and more!

Kim also used to work for Bioware, and has some cool stories about her time working on Mass Effect and Mass Effect 2 (in addition to some other cool games that weren’t necessarily ever released)

Fun fact: Mass Effect 2 had the fewest launch bugs of any Bioware property (at the time it was launched)

Kim also tells an awesome story about the Xbox achievements in the first Mass Effect game and helping gamers with strategy

Cody throws some shade at NPR for being ridiculously successful in the world of podcasting, as he learned during the week at Podcast Movement 2016

Kim also discusses her role in developing the game Everlove: Rose, a narrative game of romance and mystery that was shockingly well-received, for a pretty entertaining reason

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/live-podcast-movement-2016-signl-fm-gamelife-balance-u-s-special-episode/feed/0In this special bite-sized podcast, Cody sits down with Kim Hansen of Signl.fm to discuss her podcasting platform and share some fun stories from her background in the video game industry. Show Notes: Cody thanks Buzzsprout...

Show Notes:

* Cody thanks Buzzsprout for letting him use their equipment at Podcast Movement 2016
* Cody introduces Kim Hansen, CEO of Signl.fm, and she talks a bit about Signl.fm and its features (“Twitch for podcasting”)

* Learn about how Signl.fm can help with podcast monetization, live streaming and listener engagement, transcription with IBM Watson, and more!

* Kim also used to work for Bioware, and has some cool stories about her time working on Mass Effect and Mass Effect 2 (in addition to some other cool games that weren’t necessarily ever released)

* Fun fact: Mass Effect 2 had the fewest launch bugs of any Bioware property (at the time it was launched)
* Kim also tells an awesome story about the Xbox achievements in the first Mass Effect game and helping gamers with strategy

* Cody throws some shade at NPR for being ridiculously successful in the world of podcasting, as he learned during the week at Podcast Movement 2016
* Kim also discusses her role in developing the game Everlove: Rose, a narrative game of romance and mystery that was shockingly well-received, for a pretty entertaining reason
* What was her favorite part of visiting Chicago? Tune in to find out!
* Learn how to connect with us on the GonnaGeek Network, syndication on WGN Plus, our YouTube channel, and more!
* Game/Life Balance AUS official web site: http://www.gamelifebalanceaustralia.com

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean14:321393humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/live-podcast-movement-2016-signl-fm-gamelife-balance-u-s-special-episode/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-special-episode-podcast-movement-2016-signl-fm.mp3Independence Day Weekend 2016 with Guns N’ Roses: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 023http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/ucanBdWaQdQ/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/independence-day-weekend-2016-guns-n-roses-not-in-this-lifetime-tour-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-023/#respondThu, 07 Jul 2016 12:05:31 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1387Jon and Cody discuss their Independence Day weekend, complete with illegal fireworks displays, The Book of Mormon, and the Guns N’ Roses “Not in This Lifetime…” tour. Plus, hear about a bizarre Anime called Belladonna of Sadness and a check-in with Summer Games Done Quick 2016.

Show Notes:

Following a raucous Independence Day weekend, Jon and Cody reflect on their feelings about fireworks, which are strangely similar despite Jon being a cranky old man at this point in his life

Life Stuff

Cody saw The Book of Mormon in Chicago, and it was worth every penny

Cody also saw Guns N’ Roses perform at Soldier field on both Friday, July 1, and Sunday, July 3

Oddities

Cody discusses Belladonna of Sadness, an obscure 1973 Anime with a highly sexual plot that he saw at the very hipster Music Box Theatre in Chicago

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/independence-day-weekend-2016-guns-n-roses-not-in-this-lifetime-tour-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-023/feed/0Jon and Cody discuss their Independence Day weekend, complete with illegal fireworks displays, The Book of Mormon, and the Guns N’ Roses “Not in This Lifetime…” tour. Plus, hear about a bizarre Anime called Belladonna...

Show Notes:

* Following a raucous Independence Day weekend, Jon and Cody reflect on their feelings about fireworks, which are strangely similar despite Jon being a cranky old man at this point in his life
* Life Stuff

* Cody saw The Book of Mormon in Chicago, and it was worth every penny
* Cody also saw Guns N’ Roses perform at Soldier field on both Friday, July 1, and Sunday, July 3

* Oddities

* Cody discusses Belladonna of Sadness, an obscure 1973 Anime with a highly sexual plot that he saw at the very hipster Music Box Theatre in Chicago
* Jon discusses Summer Games Done Quick, a charity speedrunning marathon taking place July 3-9, 2016

Jon tells the sad tale of the Mighty No. 9 launch, which underwhelmed and under-delivered in more ways than thought possible

Cody shares his history backing video games on Kickstarter and why he doesn’t closely follow Kickstarter campaigns after he’s funded them (especially after the Mighty No. 9 launch going the way it did after so much hype)

Jon and Cody briefly discuss Exploding Kittens briefly, which is one of the most successful Kickstarter projects of all time

Somehow Cody gets on the topic of Tremors 5, a fifth movie in the Tremors film series that actually happened in 2015

Cody refuses to let Jon change the subject, instead launching into a brief ranking of every Tremors film, which is relevant to roughly nobody

Life Stuff

Jon wishes himself and the hosts of Game/Life Balance Australia a Happy Father’s Day, then talks about how he ate ribs on Father’s Day like he does literally every year that he has ever recorded a podcast with Cody

In addition to patting himself on the back for being an awesome dad, Jon also tells yet another story of how his son is constantly trying to find ways of destroying himself, this time involving a hilarious habit with swimming pools

Cody saw Flight of the Conchords at Millennium Park, and literally refuses to believe that Jon has never heard of them, because that is a stupid thing for him to have never heard of

Jon received the most domestic male gift in history for Father’s Day

More Life Stuff

Cody explains his summer travel plans and what an airline means when it offers a “mystery deal,” which he actually did for the first time

The airline itinerary mystery deal Cody found on Kayak directed him to Vayama, which offered a full 100% refund if he canceled his transaction within one hour of booking his three flights… and it actually worked!

Naturally, Jon argues that Cody probably won’t get his money back, because he’s an awful person. The previous sentence can be read one of two ways, and either are probably accurate

In the end, Cody ended up booking his overseas flights on JustFly, which also had good customer service—so check it out!

Both Cody and Jon lament that they didn’t have a ton of adventures to recount on this episode, but preview an action-packed summer of podcasting coming soon

Cody tries to explain a very complicated but difficult to communicate joke between him and the hosts of Game/Life Balance Australia, which involves Costume Quest and gifting video games—leading, naturally, to another argument between him and Jon, whom he feels is just lying at this point (and please note that this sentence can also be read one of two ways)

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/mighty-no-9-launch-kickstarter-fails-booking-air-travel-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-022/feed/0Jon and Cody discuss the epic tale of the Mighty No. 9 launch, plus other Kickstarter projects they’ve backed in the past. Then, Cody launches into a tangent about the Tremors movie series, Jon talks...

Show Notes:

* Jon tells the sad tale of the Mighty No. 9 launch, which underwhelmed and under-delivered in more ways than thought possible

* Cody shares his history backing video games on Kickstarter and why he doesn’t closely follow Kickstarter campaigns after he’s funded them (especially after the Mighty No. 9 launch going the way it did after so much hype)
* Jon and Cody briefly discuss Exploding Kittens briefly, which is one of the most successful Kickstarter projects of all time

* Somehow Cody gets on the topic of Tremors 5, a fifth movie in the Tremors film series that actually happened in 2015

* Cody refuses to let Jon change the subject, instead launching into a brief ranking of every Tremors film, which is relevant to roughly nobody

* Life Stuff

* Jon wishes himself and the hosts of Game/Life Balance Australia a Happy Father’s Day, then talks about how he ate ribs on Father’s Day like he does literally every year that he has ever recorded a podcast with Cody
* In addition to patting himself on the back for being an awesome dad, Jon also tells yet another story of how his son is constantly trying to find ways of destroying himself, this time involving a hilarious habit with swimming pools
* Cody saw Flight of the Conchords at Millennium Park, and literally refuses to believe that Jon has never heard of them, because that is a stupid thing for him to have never heard of
* Jon received the most domestic male gift in history for Father’s Day

* More Life Stuff

* Cody explains his summer travel plans and what an airline means when it offers a “mystery deal,” which he actually did for the first time
* The airline itinerary mystery deal Cody found on Kayak directed him to Vayama, which offered a full 100% refund if he canceled his transaction within one hour of booking his three flights… and it actually worked!
* Naturally, Jon argues that Cody probably won’t get his money back, because he’s an awful person. The previous sentence can be read one of two ways, and either are probably accurate
* In the end, Cody ended up booking his overseas flights on JustFly, which also had good customer service—so check it out!

Cody and Jon explain the legacy of “Martin-Con,” the annual tradition of Jon hosting their friends to play a bunch of board games, and how it has grown over the years

A serious discussion of “root brews,” involving mason jars, cans, pints, drafts, and obviously Cody not having literally any idea what he’s talking about (hear also something about blokes)

Cody pitches some ideas for growing Martin-Con in the future, regardless of how Jon feels about it

Cody attempts to open the next segment dramatically, and it goes hilarious wrong

Full Gamer

Board game reviews abound as Cody and Jon discuss several games they played!

Chaos in the Old World: Cody played this game last year, but Jon played it without him this year because he’s a jerk. It’s a good game for advanced gamers, and super fun! It’s also where Jon got his son’s former nickname

Avalon: A Werewolf-like game that Cody and Jon have played about a zillion times, which is extremely accessible to any group of people (Cody even played with his girlfriend’s family last year!)

Last Night On Earth: Jon insists that this game “can be fun,” and Cody completely disagrees. Cody compares it to Eldritch Horror in a way, which he says is a bad thing, while Jon compares it positively and claims it’s a good thing (Jon is obviously wrong)

Roll for the Galaxy: A game that Cody played and Jon didn’t, which means that of course Cody gives it an average review, since he’s super critical of every game ever in this podcast (and also probably not very good at them)

Sheriff of Nottingham: Neither Jon nor Cody actually played this game at Martin-Con, but Jon did “referee” the game and said that everyone had a ton of fun and that it’s super easy and accessible and fun

Citadels: Another game that both Cody and Jon played, it’s another really accessible game but has a deceptively deep strategy element; somehow, Cody won this game, so of course he highly recommends it for basically anyone (especially since it’s a pretty quick game)

Battlestar Galactica: The review of this game is extremely complicated, so you’ll just have to listen to hear what they have to say about it… and there is a lot to say!

Following their foray into board game reviews, Cody and Jon briefly talk X-Men: Apocalypse, which is a movie that they actually feel the same way about, both because of the flow of the film and because of the plot

Jon goes on a random tangent about Jessica Jones, which he saw about half of, and Cody briefly compares and contrasts the first season of both that and Daredevil on Netflix

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/martin-con-2016-board-game-reviews-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-021/feed/0Cody and Jon played a ton of board games at “Martin-Con” 2016 in Minneapolis, and they have a lot to say about them! Hear them delve into several board game reviews, then review X-Men: Apocalypse...

Show Notes:

* Cody and Jon explain the legacy of “Martin-Con,” the annual tradition of Jon hosting their friends to play a bunch of board games, and how it has grown over the years
* A serious discussion of “root brews,” involving mason jars, cans, pints, drafts, and obviously Cody not having literally any idea what he’s talking about (hear also something about blokes)
* Cody pitches some ideas for growing Martin-Con in the future, regardless of how Jon feels about it
* Cody attempts to open the next segment dramatically, and it goes hilarious wrong
* Full Gamer

* Board game reviews abound as Cody and Jon discuss several games they played!
* Chaos in the Old World: Cody played this game last year, but Jon played it without him this year because he’s a jerk. It’s a good game for advanced gamers, and super fun! It’s also where Jon got his son’s former nickname
* Avalon: A Werewolf-like game that Cody and Jon have played about a zillion times, which is extremely accessible to any group of people (Cody even played with his girlfriend’s family last year!)
* Last Night On Earth: Jon insists that this game “can be fun,” and Cody completely disagrees. Cody compares it to Eldritch Horror in a way, which he says is a bad thing, while Jon compares it positively and claims it’s a good thing (Jon is obviously wrong)
* Roll for the Galaxy: A game that Cody played and Jon didn’t, which means that of course Cody gives it an average review, since he’s super critical of every game ever in this podcast (and also probably not very good at them)
* Sheriff of Nottingham: Neither Jon nor Cody actually played this game at Martin-Con, but Jon did “referee” the game and said that everyone had a ton of fun and that it’s super easy and accessible and fun
* Citadels: Another game that both Cody and Jon played, it’s another really accessible game but has a deceptively deep strategy element; somehow, Cody won this game, so of course he highly recommends it for basically anyone (especially since it’s a pretty quick game)
* Battlestar Galactica: The review of this game is extremely complicated, so you’ll just have to listen to hear what they have to say about it… and there is a lot to say!

* Following their foray into board game reviews, Cody and Jon briefly talk X-Men: Apocalypse, which is a movie that they actually feel the same way about, both because of the flow of the film and because of the plot

* Jon goes on a random tangent about Jessica Jones, which he saw about half of, and Cody briefly compares and contrasts the first season of both that and Daredevil on Netflix

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean1:01:571370humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/martin-con-2016-board-game-reviews-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-021/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-021-martin-con-2016-board-game-reviews.mp3Jon’s first 5k and parenting scares: Game/Life Balance U.S. Podcast Ep. 020http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/unqualifiedpodcast/~3/N68MIDdz3lk/
http://gamelifebalanceus.com/jons-first-5k-parenting-scares-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-020/#respondThu, 26 May 2016 16:13:37 +0000unqualifiedpodcast@gmail.com (Cody Gough and Jonathan Martin)http://gamelifebalanceus.com/?p=1364Jon bares his soul in this riveting episode, featuring his first 5k (did an injury hold him back, or did he run through the burn?) and a terrifying story of parenting that a lot of parents should be able to relate to.

Show Notes:

Life Stuff

Jon ran his first 5k—or did he? Hear his exciting tale of how it all went down

To “run through the burn,” or not to run through the burn? That is the everlasting question among athletes!

Joy of Parenting

Jon has a scary parenting story regarding childhood development, which is both educational and provides a rare serious side look at the hosts of Game/Life Balance U.S. (well, mostly Jon)

Cody is headed to Minneapolis for Martin Con this weekend, and really hopes that he and Jon get to stream live to Twitch.TV via Darrel TV

Cody is hype about going to see the Chicago Symphony Orchestra this week

]]>http://gamelifebalanceus.com/jons-first-5k-parenting-scares-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-020/feed/0Jon bares his soul in this riveting episode, featuring his first 5k (did an injury hold him back, or did he run through the burn?) and a terrifying story of parenting that a lot of parents...

Show Notes:

* Life Stuff

* Jon ran his first 5k—or did he? Hear his exciting tale of how it all went down
* To “run through the burn,” or not to run through the burn? That is the everlasting question among athletes!

* Joy of Parenting

* Jon has a scary parenting story regarding childhood development, which is both educational and provides a rare serious side look at the hosts of Game/Life Balance U.S. (well, mostly Jon)

]]>Podcasts – Game/Life Balance U.S.clean58:491364humor,comedy,videogamepodcast,videogames,gaming,gamereviews,reviews,entertainment,funny,gaminghumor,videogamehumor,comicduo,ps4,steam,wiiu,nintendo,sony,microsoft,finalfantasy,pc,pcgaming,JRPG,boardgameshttp://gamelifebalanceus.com/jons-first-5k-parenting-scares-game-life-balance-u-s-podcast-020/http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-020-jons-first-5k-parenting-scares.mp3Cody Gough and Jonathan MartinnonadultGamers searching for a balance between work and play